New cafes & restaurants in Klang Valley
As August rolls around, a new wave of cafes and restaurants cements their spot across Klang Valley.
From late-night supper spots and dining in a glasshouse to a roast duck shop opened by a Hong Kong actor, here are 10 new cafes and restaurants in Klang Valley to check out this month.
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1. Ara 56
Three local favourites under one roof
If you’re on the hunt for late-night makan spots beyond your usual mamak, Ara 56 deserves a spot on your radar. The new space brings together three homegrown brands under one roof: Big Boss HSP, Cookie Doh, and P.Pol.
Instead of the usual supper fare of roti canai and teh tarik, you’ll find everything from Malaysia’s first-ever Hot Snack Plate to freshly baked cookies and handcrafted drinks, making it an easy place to settle in for long catch-up sessions with friends.
The familiar name here is Big Boss HSP, which has officially opened its sixth outlet at Ara 56. Well-loved around Klang Valley, the brand is known for its signature Hot Snack Plate, starting from RM15.90, that’s perfect for sharing over late-night conversations.
If you’re looking for something less heavy, Cookie Doh has you covered. The dessert spot also has a new branch here, serving a wide variety of chunky cookies alongside its S’mores Scoopy Doh, starting from RM15.90, so you can end your supper hangout on a sweet note.
Completing the trio is P.Pol, making its debut with its first-ever outlet. Their refreshing drinks, starting from RM6, will be just what you need, whether you’re winding down after work or simply hanging out with friends.
2. Roundtable
Dining in a sun-filled glasshouse
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If you’ve ever wanted to dine surrounded by greenery without leaving the city, Roundtable at Putrajaya offers just that. Designed like a modern glasshouse, the cafe is filled with natural sunlight, lush plants, and earthy interiors, creating a bright and airy space that feels like dining in a garden.
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Selling more than just cafe favourites, Roundtable also puts a modern spin on traditional Malaysian dishes, with options such as Nasi Kerabu, starting from RM32, that is not your conventional meal served with sirloin steak.
For something lighter, you can also stop by for a quick tea-time break, with a selection of cakes and drinks to enjoy alongside the tranquil surroundings.
3. Hillside Doudou Bakes & Glouglou
Doudou by day, Glouglou by night
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Well-known bakery Doudou Bakes has opened their second branch at Steppes in Mont Kiara, so residents have another spot to grab their early morning fix of freshly baked pastries and coffee.
Well-loved for their pastries like shio pans (RM8), sourdough loaves (from RM15), and coffee (from RM13), Doudou Bakes is known to draw crowds, so be sure to arrive early as popular bakes can sell out quickly.
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The space has a different side once the sun goes down. By day, Doudou Bakes serves up the classic cafe-bakery fare, while by night, the space transforms into Glouglou, a steakhouse operating in the same space under a separate name.
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Serving Western and fusion-inspired dishes, Glouglou is a good option for those looking for a more substantial dinner. With its evening ambience and hearty mains, it makes for a cosy spot for dinner dates, catch-ups with friends, or a relaxed meal after work.
4. Tug Gelato
Mochi-wrapped gelato
Steppes at Mont Kiara has welcomed plenty of new shops and restaurants, with Tug Gelato, another latest addition to the scene.
Surrounded by green mosaic tiles, the gelateria has a chic yet cosy interior that makes it a great spot for regulars to catch up and chill over a cup of gelato and dessert.
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Famous for its mochi-wrapped gelato, Tug Gelato also offers a range of desserts starting from RM23, including waffles, cheese tarts, and choux pastries. For something exclusive to this outlet, try their Lemon Butter Cookie gelato flavour, which is only available at their newest branch.
So, grab your friends, settle into the comfy space, and indulge in a scoop – or two – of gelato while you’re here.
5. 103 Coffee
New branch within walking distance from TRX
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After years of making a name for themselves in Malaysia’s barista competitions and gaining recognition for their latte art, 103 Coffee has opened its newest branch near The Exchange TRX, bringing its speciality coffee to the heart of the city.
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Unlike their other outlets, 103 Coffee TRX does not serve hot food, but instead offers pastries and light bites to pair with your coffee.
For a more immersive coffee experience, the outlet also has coffee aroma pumps, allowing you to pump and smell the distinct aromas of different coffee beans before deciding what to try.
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Their exclusive Cole and Honey Bear drinks are also available only at this branch, which are espresso-based drinks curated with Malaysian flavours. They are a good reason to drop by and get your coffee fix at TRX.
6. Wabi Sabi House
Japan-Inspired Cafe
As its name suggests, Wabi Sabi House draws inspiration from the Japanese concept of wabi-sabi – embracing the beauty of simplicity and imperfection. The cafe carries this philosophy into its space, creating a cosy setting that feels like a little escape from the usual hustle and bustle.
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The menu also sticks to Japanese-inspired food, making it a good spot to check out if you’re looking for something wholesome to munch on. Their sandos start from RM12, while dango starts from RM15 and onigiri from RM8, giving you plenty of affordable options to choose from.
Drinks are also available on the menu, with an extensive selection of Matcha and Hojicha drinks, starting from RM10, to choose from.
7. Blank Space by Lumo
Modern industrial cafe with seasonal drinks
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Taman Paramount isn’t unfamiliar with the cafe scene. This August, a new space joins the neighbourhood: Blank Space by Lumo. Despite its name, the cafe is anything but blank, with a modern industrial interior.
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Currently in its soft launch phase, the cafe serves light bites and coffee, with its highlight being its seasonal beverages starting from RM25. Each drink comes with different hints of bitterness or fruitiness, with the selection changing according to the season.
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Coffee is also a big focus here, with beans sourced from different parts of the world, including Ethiopia, the US, and China. So, if you’re looking to discover new coffee flavours while enjoying a laid-back afternoon in Taman Paramount, Blank Space by Lumo is one new spot to check out.
8. Rehab
Supper spot till 1am
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Pasar Seni, known for its cafes, art spaces, and creative corners, has welcomed another new spot to the neighbourhood. Rehab serves food and drinks that are made for a little pick-me-up, whether you’ve got your eyes on a meal, a coffee, or simply somewhere to unwind.
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Open from 7.30am to 1am, Rehab is a spot that welcomes early birds chasing breakfast and night-owls on the hunt for somewhere to wind down late at night, making it a cafe you can visit from morning till midnight.
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With drinks like Coconut Matcha Latte (RM17) and Mont Blanc (RM17) on the menu, you can also look forward to a selection of coffee and matcha-based drinks to pair with your meal or late-night catch-up.
9. Six Hub Roast House
Roasted duck shop opened by a Hong Kong TV star
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If you are craving a plate of Hong Kong-style roast meats, head over to Six Hub Roast House, which has recently opened its doors in SS2.
Opened by Hong Kong actor Matt Yeung Ming, the eatery brings authentic roasted meats to the neighbourhood, serving up comforting Cantonese flavours for those looking for a hearty meal.
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One of the highlights here is their Black Pepper Roast Duck (from RM28), which puts a peppery twist on the classic roast duck. It’s not something you’ll commonly find at your usual roast meat shops in Klang Valley, making it worth trying if you’re looking for something a little different.
Whether you’re here because you recognise the owner or simply have a craving for roast duck, this new eatery is worth checking out.
10. Mizuniwa Aquascape
Reopening of the aquascape cafe
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As the first aquascape cafe in Klang Valley, Mizuniwa Aquascape reopened this August with a fresh new look. The once dimly-lit space has been transformed into a brighter and more inviting setting, while still keeping its signature aquariums where you can watch fish swim around as you dine.
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Now in its soft launch phase, the cafe has also introduced a new menu alongside its revamped space. They have expanded beyond their previous selection of drinks and desserts to offer more substantial meals, like steaks (from RM138), so you can now spend more time enjoying your food while watching the fish.
– April –
Another month, another round of new cafes and restaurants popping up around town. Here’s all the new cafes and restaurants popping up across Klang Valley in April, for dates, music, and most importantly, food, from vinyl cafes, dining with a view, and mouthwatering onigiri.
1. Yew Yew Coffee
Level-upping croffles and drinks
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After six years of operating on the ground floor of Bangunan Ka Yin along the ever-busy Petaling Street, Yew Yew Coffee announced its closure in March. But not for long – they are back this April, relocating just one floor up from their original spot, quite literally levelling up.
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The revamped space is now bigger and more spacious, offering more seats for customers to sit back, enjoy their drinks, croffles, and catch up over good conversations.
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Known for their croffles starting at RM7 and creative drink concoctions starting at RM9, Yew Yew also offers bingsus to help beat the heat.
Price: $
2. Smai Bakery
Cafe in a historical street
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With the revival of the iconic Jalan Sang Guna, Smai Bakery makes its debut along this historic street, bringing a touch of modern flavours.
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Featuring a brown exterior paired with cursive lettering of its name, Smai retains the original skeleton of the space, from distressed walls and wooden textures to classic tiles on the exterior, complete with brass door handles and light.
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Spanning two floors, the cafe offers a cosy and homey setting, perfect for enjoying pastries and drinks from RM10 after a walk along Petaling Street.
Price: $
3. Listen HiFi
Vinyl cafe with a KL Tower view
As the world grows louder, Listen HiFi offers a space to slow down and tune in. Located in Chow Kit on the third floor of Padang On Wheels, the journey itself sets the mood, as you take an elevator ride that feels like travelling back in time.
A 90-minute listening session costs RM25 per pax. Food and drinks are also available, allowing you to pair your music with a bite or sip.
Price: $$
4. Kefi Kohi
Relocation in a bright yellow space
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Also moving one floor up from its original location, Kefi Kohi continues to evolve. From serving drinks out of a car boot and small booths, they have now transitioned into a full-fledged cafe space.
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The new location features an open setting filled with a mix of seating options, complemented by their signature bright yellow doors and frames that instantly uplift the mood.
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Known for their fascinating mocktails and seasonal drinks, the bar promises something new to try on each visit.
Price: $
5. Koan Bakery & Coffee
Homey bakery and cakehouse in Taman OUG
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If you are looking for a quiet spot to get some work done while enjoying pastries and coffee, Koan is the place to be.
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Located in Taman OUG, this cafe embraces a calm and cosy atmosphere, keeping traditional elements such as the two OG rattan chairs placed at the front of the shop.
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With drinks starting at RM10, and daily pastries and toasties from RM26, Koan is a place where you can settle in comfortably without feeling rushed.
Price: $$
6. Puncak Hauz
Dining with a view of KL’s skyscrapers
An open dining space paired with a full, unobstructed view of the KL city skyline, as seen from Puncak Alop, awaits you at Puncak Hauz. Whether you are dropping by for lunch or dinner, every meal comes with a side of scenic views, overlooking KL’s iconic landmarks.
Located in Ampang, within Puncak ALOP, Puncak Hauz offers a wide variety of cuisines, making it a great spot for groups with different cravings and palates.
Their menu features both shareable plates and mains, with food starting from RM25 and drinks from RM9.
Price: $$$
7. Gentle Mess
Must-try shio pan
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A mess is a mess, but it makes sense at Gentle Mess. With a signature duck perched at the signboard, this playful little space sets the tone right away: quirky, comforting, and full of character. Step inside and you’ll find quacking-good pastries and sandwiches that live up to the name, each one made with care and a touch of fun.
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Do head down early, as their pastries are baked fresh in limited batches and often sell out quickly, making every visit feel like a lucky catch of the day.
Price: $
8. He Ri
Hidden space with a mysterious charm
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Ever come across a place so hidden you have to message them on Instagram just to find it? That’s He Ri, a new, lowkey spot with no official Google location and barely any public reviews.
The only way to get updates is through their Instagram page, where they share opening details and dates, making each visit a little more exclusive and spontaneous.
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With its mysterious charm, head over to He Ri for a comforting cup of their hot filter coffee, and soak in the calm, quiet atmosphere that makes the whole experience feel a little more special.
Contact: He Ri Instagram
9. Monk
Curated listening cafe
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With an intimate setting capacity of around 10, Monk delivers a completely different experience from both vinyl cafes and regular cafes. Focused mainly on jazz vinyls, the space feels almost therapeutic.
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Vinyl selections change daily, allowing you to immerse yourself in a unique soundscape each visit. Pair your music experience with their hand-dripped or filter coffee, along with freshly baked pastries made daily and seasonally.
Price: $$
10. Mykro
Japandi-style cafe
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Residents in Klang just got a new place to hang out at: Mykro. Designed with clean Japandi elements, the space blends warm wooden textures with lush greenery, creating a calm, minimalist vibe that is perfect for slow days and catch-ups.
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Beyond aesthetics, Mykro brings something different to the table. Unique drinks like Glutinous Rice Coffee (RM17) and their standout Suan Cai Yu Chazuke (RM24) aren’t your usual cafe fare, making this a great place if you are feeling adventurous this month.
Price: $$
11. Oni Coffee
New onigiri spot in PJ
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After making waves in Cheras, Oni Coffee has expanded to PJ, bringing along its signature onigiri lineup.
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These triangular-shaped rice balls come in a variety of flavours, starting from RM7, which is perfect for a quick bite or a heavy meal.
If you are not in the mood for rice, their menu also features noodles, croffles, and coffee, so there is something for everyone.
Price: $$
12. Padoo
Affordable coffee spot with grab-and-go vibes
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Padoo is known for its grab-and-go concept, featuring a sleek open window setup. But if you have time to spare, there’s also seating inside with a bold green-and -range interior that adds a pop of character.
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Coffee here starts from just RM7, making it one of the more wallet-friendly spots around. Pair it with sandwiches from RM19, whether you are dining in or rushing out the door to your next appointment.
Price: $$
13. Hani Coffee 2.0
Minimalist caffeine bar for quick pit stops
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Known for its Matcha series, Hani Coffee is back with a new concept. Hani 2.0 shifts into a compact caffeine bar just five minutes away from its original outlet.
This isn’t your usual sit-down cafe, as there is only a bench available, making it more of a quick grab-and-go stop to kickstart your day from 7am.
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Prices for their drinks start from RM10-RM17, alongside convenient bites like overnight oats and salad bowls from RM14. Fresh pastries are also available daily.
Price: $
14. Lazy Couch
New cosy cafe in Kepong
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With a name like this, you already know the style. Lazy Couch Cafe is all about unwinding, featuring comfy couches and a warm, inviting setup.
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Soft yellow tones paired with a colourful interior make it a cosy spot whether you are catching up with friends or enjoying some quiet alone time.
Their menu leans towards light bites and drinks, with their signature egg custard being a must-try.
Price: $$
15. Bobby’s Burgers
Famous Indonesian burger joint now in Malaysia
Originating from Indonesia’s viral personality Bobby, Bobby’s Burgers has officially landed in TRX. Their burgers, priced at RM24, feature ultra-thin smashed patties to bring out maximum flavours.
Instead of regular oil, the tallow fries (from RM10) are fried with beef tallow, which brings out a crispy and rich flavour.
Price: $$
16. Erxi By Shuang Xi
New sister bar of Shuang Xi
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If you are into dark, moody spaces, Erxi by Shuang Xi delivers exactly that. With minimal lighting and an intimate atmosphere, it is built for late-night conversations over drinks.
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With cocktails and light bites in this tucked-away exclusive space, guests can unwind over drinks while soaking in an atmosphere that feels refreshingly out of the ordinary.
Price: $$$
17. Homm Dessert
1st Avalanche Bingsu in the world
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A new bingsu place is here in town – Homm Dessert is bringing Klang Valley the 1st Avalanche Bingsu in the world from Melbourne to SS15.
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Homm Dessert not only serves their iconic Avalanche Bingsus, but they also offer toast decorated with different toppings, inspired by Thai desserts.
18. Gongsi
Elevated Chinese fusion dinner
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Wrapping up the list is Gongsi, a sleek Chinese fusion restaurant located along the buzzing Jalan Sin Chew Kee.
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Known for its glass-panelled interior and refined plating, Gongsi takes familiar Chinese dishes and elevates them with modern twists, perfect for a more upscale dining experience.
Price: $$$$
– March –
We’re marching right into March with even more cafes and restaurants to explore in our towns.
If you already love the coffee sips and minimalist-chic interiors at your go-to spot for brunch or dinner, here are 18 new spots in Klang Valley to visit that are shaking up neighbourhoods with just as good drinks, aesthetics, and food.
1. It’s Herbs Sense
TCM-inspired drinks
It’s Herbs Sense has found a home inside REXKL, a space where history has been given a modern spin. This new spot, helmed by a traditional Chinese medicine shop, similarly blends the old and the new, mixing traditional Chinese medicine with cafe culture.
Ditch that order of bubble milk tea, and get yourself guilt-free TCM-inspired concoctions from them, such as the Pepper Drama (RM18), an eye-catching green drink that melds the flavours of green pepper and pineapple together surprisingly well.
Another must-try here is the Hanka Punch (RM18), which uniquely features Luo Han Guo, licorice, and chrysanthemum. It’s refreshing and well-balanced, perfect for the hot weather.
Price: $$
Address: Ground Floor, REXKL, 80, Jalan Sultan, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 9.30am-7.30pm, Daily
Contact: It’s Herbs Sense Instagram
2. Randy’s Laundromat
A laundromat cafe
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Laundry day will never be dull at Randy’s Laundromat.
Far from your average spot to get your laundry done, this cafe-meets-laundromat adds a dash of retro colour and aesthetics into a mundane chore – you might even look forward to it. Here, you can order ciabatta sandwiches and drinks like matcha and tonics while waiting for your clothes to come out smelling fresh and clean from the washer and dryer.
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Rates for laundry are as reasonably priced as their food, with a cold wash priced at RM8, a warm wash at 40°C and a hot wash at 60°C at RM10. For drying, it is RM10 for 30 minutes, with an additional RM2 for every extra 10 minutes.
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Price: $$
Address: A-G-11, Jalan PJU 1A/3J, Taipan Damansara 1, Ara Damansara, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Opening hours: Thu-Tue 9am-10pm (Closed on Wednesdays)
Contact: Randy’s Laundromat Instagram
3. Stereo-Type
Charming kampung-like cafe that opens till late
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Late-night hangouts with your friends in PJ don’t have to be limited to your neighbourhood mamak, with Stereo-Type now on the list of eateries in Seksyen 17. The cafe welcomes patrons to enjoy its warm and inviting space till as late as 3am on Fridays and Saturdays.
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Feel completely at ease here, with old-school tile floors, retro music players, and rattan chairs coming together to create that nostalgic kampung house look and feel. Instead of loud music and bright lights, they provide a space with the lights dimmed and vinyls spinning, the perfect atmosphere for chilling.
Price: $$
Address: 617a, Jalan 17/10, Seksyen 17, 46400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Opening hours: Fri & Sat 6pm-3am | Tue-Thu 6pm-2am | Sun 6pm-12am (Closed on Mondays)
Contact: Stereo-Type Instagram
4. Siru
Speciality Korean rice cake shop
If you’re on the hunt for something beyond the usual cake and coffee, Siru should be at the top of your list for cafes to explore this month. This new spot in Sri Hartamas focuses on beautifully crafted tteok, or Korean rice cakes, served in a Korean teahouse-inspired space.
While desserts often come sweet, the rice cakes here carry a gentle and natural sweetness that even your Asian parents would approve of.
A must-try here is the Today Rice Cake Sampler (RM35), which comprises six soft, chewy, and comforting tteok of the day. Some flavours to expect are black sesame, fig, matcha, and pumpkin castella.
Pair your desserts with drinks like the Magic Lemonade (RM18) or Korea’s traditional sweet rice drink, Sikhye (RM15), to have a complete Korean teahouse experience.
Price: $$
Address: 16-1 Jalan 24/70A, Desa Sri Hartamas, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: Thu-Tue 11am-9pm (Closed on Wednesdays)
Contact: 017-870 4324 | Siru Instagram
5. Sal’s
Hearty sandwiches & ice cream
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Tucked inside Ilham Tower, Sal’s feels like an extension of Ilham Gallery upstairs. Formerly known as Softe, the cafe has expanded their menu, serving hearty sandwiches alongside their popular ice creams in an industrial-chic space that’s clean and tastefully minimal, not unlike a gallery.
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The cafe’s sandwich-focused menu is satisfying and filled with proteins like smoked pastrami and roasted chicken. Don’t leave without desserts, as they’ve maintained their lineup of rotating ice cream flavours and madeleines by Softe.
Price: $$
Address: Level G, Ilham Tower, 8, Jalan Binjai, 50450 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: Mon-Sat 8am-6:30pm (Closed on Sundays)
Contact: 012-694 9114 | Sal’s Instagram
6. Torino Toriko
Ramen pop-up from Japan
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Tokyo’s popular ramen spot Torino Toriko has landed in KL, with a pop-up welcoming patrons at Lot 10 Shopping Centre.
Known for their chicken paitan ramen crafted by a Michelin-selected chef, the joint is now serving a lineup of deep miso (from RM29.90) and deep shoyu (from RM26.90) ramen that come with deeply bold chicken broth and toppings such as ajitama egg and fried chicken.
Image credit: Torino Toriko via Google Maps
The pop-up opened in February and is expected to be around for six months, so ramen lovers will want to be quick to check out this spot.
Price: $$
Address: Level 4, Lot 10 Shopping Centre, 50, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 11.30am-10pm, Daily
Contact: Torino Toriko Instagram
7. Bloc Social Club
Live DJ after hours
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A cafe by day and social club by night, consider Bloc Social Club your new go-to spot on the Chow Kit block for coffee and meetups early in the morning or late into the night.
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Occupying a 2-storey building along Jalan Kamunting, the cafe has been garnering attention among cafe-hoppers for its cosy aesthetics and live DJ after hours, and the food.
Come here ready to order all-day breakfast mains like waffles (from RM19), sourdough sandwiches (from RM24), and pastas (from RM34), as well as coffees and alcoholic drinks (from RM34).
Price: $$
Address: L2, Jalan Kamunting, Chow Kit, 50300 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 5pm-2am, Daily
Contact: Bloc Social Club Instagram
8. Riwayat x Soul Sacrifice
Cafe inside a bookstore
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KL’s indie bookstore Riwayat has expanded with a new outlet at Ampang’s The Campus.
Collaborating with Soul Sacrifice, the bookstore has everything that a bookworm craves on a day out: shelves of non-mainstream books, cups of freshly brewed coffee, and a quiet corner to plop down and escape from the busyness of the day.
Price: $$
Address: G-41, The Campus, Lot 7706, Jalan Kolam Air Lama, Mukim, Hulu Kelang, 68000 Ampang, Selangor
Opening hours: 10am-10pm, Daily
Contact: Riwayat Instagram
9. Penko Sushi & Grill Izakaya
Sushi & yakitori in Medan Pasar
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We can never have enough izakayas in KL. Penko Sushi & Grill Izakaya is the latest spot to join the bunch, delivering sushi and yakitori to those craving the Japanese comfort hot-and-cold food duo in the city centre.
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The izakaya has a long list of sushi and sashimi, priced from RM10. You can also order sashimi sets (from RM100) to savour all the classics such as salmon, unagi, and umi.
As for the hot skewered side of the menu, yakitori is priced from RM6 per stick, with options like chicken wings, shishito peppers, and gizzards.
Price: $$
Address: Level 1, 11, 15, Medan Pasar, City Centre, 50050 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: Thu-Tue 5pm-11.30pm (Closed on Wednesdays)
Contact: Penko Sushi & Grill Izakaya Instagram
10. Bangers
Lamb & wagyu beef burgers
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Bangers is Ara Damansara’s new spot for bangin’ burgers. Helmed by the same crew behind the meat-haven restaurant Born Butcher, the burger joint churns out burgers that are a meat lover’s dream, with the lamb merguez (RM24) and wagyu beef (RM30) becoming popular picks among patrons.
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Besides the hefty burgers, you can order other diner-style dishes such as fried chicken combos (from RM19) and bangers and mash (RM19).
Price: $$
Address: 77, Ara Permata, Jalan PJU 1a/42, Ara Damansara, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Opening hours: Tue-Sun 12pm-3pm, 6pm-10pm (Closed on Mondays)
Contact: Bangers Instagram
11. Gelulu Gelato
Unique Thai tea & sticky rice gelato flavours
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Opening till midnight on Fridays and Saturdays, Gelulu Gelato might just become your new spot to satisfy your cold cravings in KL, under the afternoon sun or the moon’s glow.
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Just a stone’s throw from Petaling Street, on Jalan Tun H S Lee, this new no-frills gelato spot run by a mother-and-daughter duo is a hole-in-the-wall spot that specialises in handcrafted scoops. Beyond the usual matcha and chocolate flavours, they have unique ones like Thai tea, Milo, and sticky rice to order.
Price: $
Address: 176, Level 1, Jalan Tun H S Lee, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: Mon-Thu 12pm-10.30pm | Fri & Sat 12pm-1am | Sun 12pm-11pm
Contact: 011-1334 6802 | Gelulu Gelato Instagram
12. Pelisky
New hangout spot at GMBB
Image credit: @pelisky.kl via Instagram
The next time you’re exploring KL’s GMBB, drop by Pelisky. Meaning ‘cosy space’ in Czech, this spot was founded by a team of creatives who aim to provide a comfortable den for everyone to chill out at.
Image credit: @pelisky.kl via Instagram
The menu at Pelisky is curated to just drinks at the moment, with coffee and matcha being their signatures, but they often have kitchen takeovers after hours so patrons can enjoy meals alongside their drinks.
Price: $$
Address: M6, GMBB, 2, Jalan Robertson, Bukit Bintang, 50150 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: Tue-Sun 4pm-12am (Closed on Mondays)
Contact: Pelisky Instagram
13. Up and Away
Revamped cocktail diner bar
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In the bustling Pasar Seni, Up and Away has transformed from a high-energy bar into a softer, more intimate cocktail diner that focuses on the art of cocktails and gourmet burgers. Consider it your new spot for slow conversations and unwinding nights.
Image adapted from: @upandaway.my via Instagram
Order one-of-a-kind cocktails here that are crafted with local flair, like the Tom Yum Tini, and pair them with comforting bites like chicken and vegetarian burgers done in collaboration with Alta Cafe.
Price: $$$
Address: 141, Jalan Petaling, Chinatown KL
Opening hours: Fri & Sat 5pm-2.30am | Tue-Thu & Sun 5pm-1am (Closed on Mondays)
Contact: 016-311 3369 | Up & Away Instagram
14. Dough Days
A new space in Ampang
Image adapted from: @dough.days, @conniesimplelife via Instagram
Dough Days brings their cafe charms and menu of coffee and pastries from Ampang to the KL city centre. They now occupy a bigger and more rustic space inside the decades-old Bangunan Lin Ho, at a quiet corner in the heart of the city.
Image adapted from: @dough.days via Instagram
Past the unassuming doors, find a rustic and cosy space that’ll tempt you to swing by for breakfast on the weekends or a slow coffee run before a hectic working day.
Image adapted from: @conniesimplelife via Instagram
As for food, freshly baked items are presented temptingly at the counter, with options like buttery pain au chocolat, bagels, croissants, and decadent cakes that can be enjoyed dine-in or takeaway.
Price: $$
Address: Bangunan Lin Ho, Jalan Pintas, City Centre, 50050 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 9am-6pm, Daily
Contact: 012-738 8371 | Dough Days Instagram
15. Apartment80
A bed in a cafe
You’ve heard of cafes that will make you feel right at home, with sofas in living room-like setups.
But then there’s Apartment80, which brings more than just the sofa to their apartment-inspired cafe. There’s a mattress, complete with a blanket, pillow, and side tables, located smack-dab in the middle of their space at REXKL. Consider it a quirky new spot for Instagram-worthy shots of your drinks and food.
Besides soaking up the New York loft vibes here, they’ve got grub to fuel you up, including the signature Doughnuts (RM22) that aren’t your everyday doughnuts. The doughnut hole, coated with cocoa nibs, is about the size of a fist, and served with banana sorbet and banana compote.
Price: $$
Address: 3rd Floor, REXKL, 80, Jalan Sultan, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: Tue-Sun 12pm-10pm (Closed on Mondays)
Contact: Apartment80 Instagram
16. Muri Coffee & Gather
Korean comfort food in Taman Melawati
Image adapted from: @latteontheweekends via Instagram
With minimal and tasteful decor items that are a nod to Seoul and other must-visit cities in Korea, Muri Coffee feels like a cafe you’d stumble across in a popular hotspot there, like Seosulla-gil. And they’ve got a menu of Korean eats to match the vibes, with a Korean lady residing in Malaysia for the past 15 years at the helm of the cafe.
Image adapted from: @cafe_muri via Instagram
Order up mains like Rose Rabokki (RM21), shareable gimbaps (from RM11), and the ASMR-crisp Muri Chicken (from RM16). As for drinks, find caffeinated and non-caffeinated options like Matcha Seasalt (RM15) and their in-house Muri Special, Espresso Cube Latte (RM14) and Cold Brew (RM16).
Image adapted from: @cafe_muri via Instagram
Price: $$
Address: 56A, Lorong Pulau Pinang, Taman Melawati, 53100, KL
Opening hours: Fri & Sat 12pm-10pm | Tue-Thu & Sun 12pm-9pm (Closed on Mondays)
Contact: 012-314 3465 | Muri Coffee & Gather Instagram
17. Look For Us
A cafe in a backyard
Image adapted from: @lookforus.backyard via Instagram
You might quite literally have to look for Look For Us.
Occupying the backyard of a Sri Hartamas residence, with doors hidden behind flowy drapes, the cafe’s facade and entrance are discreet. Be rewarded once you find it, as the stripped-back space with seats set indoors and outdoors is perfect for chill evenings or late nights.
Image adapted from: @lookforus.backyard via Instagram
Speciality coffee is brewed with care by the baristas here, and made to pair with light bites such as toast sets and pastries. They can be enjoyed late into the night, as the cafe opens till 2am every day.
Price: $$
Address: Azza Synergy, Lot 48653, Jalan Sri Hartamas 1, Taman Sri Hartamas, 50480 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 9pm-2am, Daily
Contact: Look For Us Instagram
18. Cars & Coffee
Vintage cars & caffeine under one roof
Image credit: @carscoffee.my via Instagram
Cars & Coffee is what its name promises. Find vintage cars outdoors to ogle, and good food indoors to gobble.
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Car meetups often take place at the restaurant, so you can admire supercars that pull up in the cafe’s driveway. Not just for the car enthusiasts, the food here has been quietly garnering an audience, with the Unagi Pizza (RM36) and Salmon Steak (RM38), in particular, receiving rave reviews.
Price: $$
Address: Z4 G91, Hextar World, Jalan Damansara, PJU8 Empire City 47820 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Opening hours: 10am-8pm, Daily
Contact: 013-370 3699 | Cars & Coffee Instagram
– February –
1. Grumpy Bagels 1905
Bagels in a historic setting
Grumpy Bagels has opened the doors to their second outlet. Housed inside the historic Diesel Room, a 120-year-old industrial space located at Sentul Depot, the bagel spot boasts rustic farmhouse charms that match the building’s original exposed brick walls.
True to its name, the cafe serves a wide variety of sweet and savoury bagels. Counter-favourite bagels are priced RM8-RM10, while heartier bagel mains, such as the Shroom Bagel Sandwich (RM28), are available to order for dine-ins. Exclusive menus, drinks, and Grumpy Bagels merch are also part of the experience at Grumpy Bagels 1905.
Price: $$
Address: The Diesel Room Lot 1929, Jalan Strachan, Off Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, 51100 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: Sat & Sun 8.30am-5pm | Mon, Wed-Fri 9am-5pm (Closed on Tuesdays)
Contact: 018-781 4985 | Grumpy Bagels Instagram
2. Spoon And Spark Desserts
New outlet at The Hex
Image adapted from: @the.hexs via Instagram
Spoon and Spark Desserts opens its third outlet at The Hex in Puchong, bringing both the familiar and new desserts exclusive to this branch.
Image credit: @spoonandsparkdesserts via Instagram
Crowd-favourite Taiyakis (RM7.90) come with sweet and savoury fillings such as Red Bean, Taro Mochi, and Chocolate Almond, or served original with ice cream flavours like sea salt.
Image credit: @spoonandsparkdesserts via Instagram
Meanwhile, the new Brownie Mochi on the menu makes mouths melt with its chewy and fudgy texture.
Price: $$
Address: No 63 & 64, Jalan Layang – Layang 2, Bandar Puchong Jaya, 47100 Puchong, Selangor
Opening hours: 11am-10pm, Daily
Contact: 012-528 4319 | Spoon & Spark Instagram
3. Bakehouse by KLCG
Reopening of KLCG’s first branch
With the reopening of Bangunan Sultan Abdul Samad, Bakehouse by KLCG returns to its original space inside the building. Mains aren’t available yet during the bakehouse’s soft launch, but you can still stop by for a quick pastry and drink, with their popular pastries, bagels, and focaccias to order here and fill your stomach.
Some pastries to order are the Pain Au Chocolat (RM10.90) and mouthwatering tarts starting from RM12.90.
Price: $
Address: G-07, Jln Raja, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 9am-7pm, Daily
Contact: KLCG Instagram
4. Dough by Meg
Malaysia’s coldest dirty latte
Image adapted from: @doughbymeg via Instagram
Dough by Meg has relocated to The Society in Mont Kiara, bringing along their viral dirty latte, priced at RM17.
Image adapted from: @doughbymeg via Instagram
Served ice-cold – at -86°C, to be precise – with strong espresso that is layered over chilled milk, the taste is bold, smooth, and perfect for the scorching KL heat.
Image adapted from: @doughbymeg via Instagram
Non-coffee lovers, not to worry, as the cafe whips up an array of drinks as well as local and fusion mains, including Sarawak Laksa and Kimchi Barley Risotto Bibimbap.
Price: $$
Address: B5-02/03, 4, Jalan Kiara 1, Mont Kiara,, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 50480
Opening hours: Tues-Sun 9am-5pm (Closed on Mondays)
Contact: 012-528 7249 | Dough By Meg Instagram
5. One Brick Drop
An embassy turned cafe
Image adapted from: @MeiYin via 小红书
Housed inside the former Laos Embassy, One Brick Drop boasts a different mood in the morning and night, offering a stark contrast from the brightly sunlit brunch spot in the AM to a perfect date spot in the PM.
Image adapted from: @wpsemily and @onebrickdrop via Instagram
Their Japanese-fusion menu has been drawing crowds, with highlight dishes including the raved-about Engawa Claypot Rice (RM88). Topped with Engawa, the fin muscle of a flatfish, this dish is not commonly found in restaurants due to its limited quantity and the premium cut of the fish. Another speciality to order is their Truffle Mushroom Risotto (RM56), cooked and simmered with actual truffles, hence the price.
Image adapted from: Kylee Cheng
Come nightfall, live bands take over the place, adding music to the lively ambience. There is even a photobooth inside the cafe, so prepare your smiles after a full belly.
Price: $$$
Address: 25, Jalan Damai, Kampung Datuk Keramat, 55000 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 11am-12am, Daily
Contact: 019-385 0068 | One Brick Drop Instagram
6. Re Patisserie KL
Artisanal French pastries
Image adapted from: @eddie陈 via 小红书
Located right above One Brick Drop, Re Patisserie KL is a spot to visit when you want your desserts to look almost too pretty to eat.
Image adapted from: @eddie陈 and @serene via 小红书
Specialising in artisanal French pastries, the cafe has cakes crafted daily, each one an elegant piece with glossy finishings and delicate flavour combinations.
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The atmosphere is quiet and intimate, perfect for slow afternoons, work catch-ups, or impressing someone with good taste in desserts.
Price: $$
Address: 25, Jalan Damai, Kampung Datuk Keramat 55000 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: Wed-Mon 11am-7pm (Closed on Tuesdays)
Contact: 018-395 9727 | Re Patisserie KL Instagram
7. Gula Camca
Malaysian nostalgia in a cup
Another new eatery that opened within the iconic Bangunan Sultan Abdul Samad, Gula Camca is where Malaysian heritage flavours get a playful, modern glow-up.
In collaboration with Tutti Frutti, they’ve introduced three local-inspired yoghurt flavours to their menu – Pandan Gula Melaka, Teh Tarik, and Bandung – all priced at RM13.90 per cup.
Beyond yoghurt, find comforting local bites all Malaysians love and adore, including traditional Malay food from the Lempeng series, as well as nasi lemak, mee hoon, and different kuih-muih and porridge of the day.
Price: $
Address: Jalan Raja, Kuala Lumpur City Centre 50050 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 8am-10pm, Daily
Contact: 019-310 4931 | Gula Camca Instagram
New cafes & restaurants to visit in Klang Valley in 2026
With bold, quirky concepts popping up almost every other week and a seriously drool-worthy line-up of eats to match, the Klang Valley food scene is anything but boring. So, bookmark this guide, and head to these cafes and restaurants in Klang Valley to satisfy your eyes and your stomach.
Cover image adapted from: @meetatroundtable via Instagram & TheSmartLocal Malaysia
Additional reporting by Janet.